Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Cancun, a Gay Travel Guide and Tips

By Ricardo d Argence

If you are going to Cancun on vacation, you are definitely going to enjoy it. Of course getting ready is important, so take a look at the time and money you have. You have options to cruise there or to fly to the area. Planning on going with a friend? Make sure you come up with limitations and then plan away.

If you plan on taking a cruise, more than likely you will leave from Galveston or Miami to go to Cancun. Usually the ships take off in the evenings. Those who live in the west will end up going on a cruise to the Mexican Riviera.

If flying is the option you have chosen, you may be able to save by booking your flight and a hotel together. If you do decide to go with a travel agent for your trip plans, ensure that they let you know everything that is included in the vacation you are paying for.

It's a good idea to figure out whether you are going to Cancun Calica or to Cancun Playa del Carmen. Both are great options. Calica will offer great beaches, a wonderful night life, and tours of historic ruins and interesting nature parks. On the other hand, Playa del Carmen is a town on the beach. You can check out tropical forests, enjoy touring some ruins, or even check out the biosphere reserve.

Buy sunscreen! It's hard to avoid the water in Cancun, and it's best to buy waterproof sunscreen.

Before you leave, talk to your cell phone company to find out if there are roaming fees while you are vacationing in Mexico. This will be important knowledge to know if you want to call back to family or your office.

Most of your money should be in traveler's checks. Most establishments are happy to have American money, but if you exchange cash for pesos, do it at a bank. Carry your theft information for your traveler's checks separately from the checks, and if you have a credit card be certain you have theft protection. If you do have pesos, be careful not to tear them, and do not accept torn bills, because the Mexican government does not honor torn money.

You should be tipping your night club service, wait service, and the hotel staff. Usually ten to fifteen percent is a good rule of thumb.

If you are going to travel by cab, let them know where you are going and come up with an agreed upon price. You don't have to tip the cab driver.

Walking may be fun, but never go walking by yourself. You also need to keep in mind that pedestrians are not given any right of way, so you must be very careful and watch out for yourself.

Talk to the staff at the hotel you are staying at for some recommendations of areas to check out. If you enjoy gay night life, then check out the night club Karamba.

It doesn't matter how you are planning to get to Cancun, make sure that you check to see if there are restrictions on luggage you need to know about. This may include weight, size, pieces, and charges for extra. It's a good idea to know boarding restrictions too. Planning your trip is important. You'll have a great time doing it and you'll be sure that your trip goes as planned without any problems.

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